REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Urticaria and pruritus = MAST CELL mediated, which is treated like a standard allergic reaction. Urticaria and pruritus = MAST CELL mediated, which is treated like a standard allergic reaction. Understanding the cause of angioedema (mast cell vs. bradykinin mediated) helps dictate directed management.

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Pediatric EM Morsels

AUGUST 2, 2024

Most often occurs in uncircumcised males [Assim 2022] Buildup of sloughed and dead skin, microorganisms, and secretions between the foreskin and the glans Incidence in children shown to range from 0.05% up to 20% [Kayaba 1996, Hsieh 2006] Between 6% and 20% in uncircumcised men [Assim 2022, Perkins 2024] Pediatrics usually presents between 2y and 5y (..)

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Paramedics World

AUGUST 28, 2024

It’s a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within minutes. Anaphylaxis is a word that strikes fear in the hearts of many. For those who have experienced it—or… The post Navigating Anaphylaxis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Emergency Medicine Cases

APRIL 23, 2024

In this month's EM Quick Hits podcast: Justin Morgenstern on the first RCT of high dose nitroglycerin in SCAPE, Andrew Neill on Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA) indications and evidence, Brit Long on indications for CT in suspected diverticulitis, Tahara Bhate on Central Retinal Artery Occlusion (CRAO) and diagnostic (..)

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Emergency Medicine Education

AUGUST 10, 2024

Biphasic anaphylaxis: A review of the literature and implications for emergency management Corticosteroids in management of anaphylaxis; a systematic review of evidence

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OntarioMedic

MAY 31, 2017

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MARCH 1, 2023

Sent by anonymous, written by Pendell Meyers A man in his late 40s presented to the ED with concern for allergic reaction after accidentally eating a potential allergen, then developing an itchy full body rash and diarrhea. In the ED he received methylprednisolone, diphenhydramine, and epinephrine for possible anaphylaxis.

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REBEL EM

JANUARY 23, 2023

Background: Diphenhydramine, a first-generation antihistamine, is the most common pharmacologic agent used to treat acute allergic reactions. Diphenhydramine versus nonsedating antihistamines for acute allergic reactions: a literature review. Resources: Banerji A, Long AA, Camargo CA Jr. Allergy Asthma Proc. Ledford, D.

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EM Literature of Note

JULY 27, 2023

Platelets, like any blood product, are associated significant risks, not limited to acute lung injury, transfusion-related circulatory overload, allergic reactions, and more.

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REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Primary PCI: 95.7% Stents Placed: Pharmaco-Invasive Treatment: 97.4% Primary PCI: 95.7% ECG Results: Repeat ECG 90min after tenecteplase indicated 70.3% of patients in the pharmaco-invasive treatment achieved ≥50% resolution in the lead with the greatest ST-segment elevation Median decline from 3.0 Primary PCI: 78.4% Primary PCI: 13.3%

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STEMI Allergic Reaction Coronary Ambulance 138

EM Didactic

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Asthma/COPD Allergic Reactions Connective Tissue Flare Bells Palsy Gout ?Headache Headache (Steroids prevent recurrence) Septic Shock Temporal Arteritis Addisons Crisis (Hypoadrenal Shock) ?Pnemonia

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Emergency Department Allergic Reaction ED 52

REBEL EM

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Incidence of clinically important biphasic reactions in emergency department patients with allergic reactions or anaphylaxis. Time of Onset and Predictors of Biphasic Anaphylactic Reactions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

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TIMER

MAY 11, 2022

Medical emergencies can vary, from heart attack to accidents to allergic reactions and more. If you want to learn more about dealing with medical emergencies safely and efficiently, check out this guide on medical emergency training here. What are the different types of medical emergencies?

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EMDocs

JUNE 8, 2024

Dilation of conjunctival vessels resulting in hyperemia and edema (A) is the underlying pathophysiology of conjunctivitis, which can be brought on by infection or allergic reaction. Close follow-up within 48 hours with an ophthalmologist is appropriate for ongoing monitoring and care.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This information is crucial in avoiding allergic reactions, especially when administering emergency treatments. Allergies : Allergies can significantly impact how a patient responds to medication or environmental factors. EMTs must inquire about any known allergies, particularly to medications, foods, or environmental triggers.

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EMDocs

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Hypersensitivity/dermatologic: GLP-1 agonists are synthetic peptides; may lead to antibody formation and allergic reaction/injection site reaction. Reactions are usually minor: transient warmth, pruritis at injection site that resolves.

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TIMER

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This includes providing life-saving epinephrine to a patient having an allergic reaction, splinting a patient’s wounds following a car accident, or even performing CPR on a person experiencing cardiac arrest. EMTs are skilled at evaluating patients to see if any potentially fatal injuries or illnesses exist.

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NCOAE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Those instances include the following: The person’s condition appears to be life-threatening — for example, the person is unconscious, bleeding profusely, choking, not breathing, or experiencing a severe allergic reaction. The person’s condition may become life-threatening on the way to the hospital.

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Pediatric EM Morsels

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Not an allergic reaction. Has been known to occur following immunizations. Good to anticipate to avoid any additional cause of vaccine hesitancy.

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FOAMfrat

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

These steroids are undoubtedly part of the cocktail we reach for in patients presenting with acute asthma, allergic reactions, or anaphylaxis - and traditional clinical logic has taught us these drugs work to reduce inflammation in the airways and reduce bronchial mucus production. Namely, Solumedrol and Dexamethasone (Decadron).

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EMDocs

AUGUST 31, 2023

Table 1: Comparison of F(ab) and F(ab’) 2 antivenoms. 9 This effect may be especially prominent in the setting of rattlesnake envenomation, where coagulopathic effects are more prominent.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 3, 2024

10 This procedure has well-described rare complications including infection, blood loss, allergic reaction, arrhythmia, pneumothorax if approaching via the internal jugular vein, embolization of the device, and pulmonary artery perforation or dissection. 8 The device itself is 2 x 2.5

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REBEL EM

AUGUST 3, 2023

What They Did: Parallel, 2-arm, noninferiority, open-label, multicenter, international randomized clinical trial Occurred in 6 specialized centers (3 in North America – US & Canada and 3 Outside of North America – Australia) Trial took place from June 2021 to December 2022 Used PEN-FAST to risk stratify patients.

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EMDocs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

An understanding of the risks involved including allergic reaction, radiation exposure, contrast extravasation, and contrast-associated nephropathy allows for a thorough risk-benefit analysis prior to ordering these studies. References (1) Barkovich, E.

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